2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |